Buttercross Cottage, Abbots Bromley

Staffordshire. Sleeps up to 4

Buttercross Cottage is a lovely, semi-detached cottage brimming with character in the village of Abbots Bromley, Staffordshire. With nearby amenities within walking distance of less than half a mile which include a coffee house and café, four pubs, an Indian restaurant and a local village shop, as well as off-road parking and a secure area for bikes, this cottage offers a family of four a beautiful base for a self-catering holiday with plenty to see and do. Step inside to find a country-style kitchen with original quarry-tiled flooring, exposed brick, Belfast sink and an inglenook recess housing a fabulous range cooker; a picturesque setting to whip up your favourite home-cooked meals, with dining seating for four guests; there's also a handy cloakroom to quickly freshen up before dinner! Retire to the sitting room to curl up on the sofa in front of the TV, with double doors leading out to the courtyard to let the outside in on sunny days. The side courtyard is a pretty spot to enjoy the outdoors, with seating to dine alfresco and enjoy the stars. Climb the stairs where more character awaits in two well-appointed bedrooms with sloped ceilings, exposed beams and cottage-style furnishings; watch the TV from under the sheets in the super king-size bedroom, with access to the family bathroom for a refreshing rinse in the walk-in shower. The twin bedroom is just across the way; a pretty little room for two guests to hunker down. Start the day with a stroll around the historic Abbots Bromley, known for its annual Horn Dance, there are plenty of local walks including the Staffordshire Way, sightseeing at Blithfield Reservoir with its sailing clubs and fishing spots. The village is a quaint draw for visitors to the local area for various local attractions. Cannock Chase AONB and Shugborough Estate with its beautiful gardens and walks. Alton Towers, Go Ape, Cannock Trekking Centre, The National Arboretum, St George’s Park, Lichfield Cathedral, Uttoxeter Racecourse, and the local towns of Stafford, Burton, Uttoxeter and Rugeley are all within a short drive. There's so much to see and do with a stay at Buttercross Cottage you will wish you could stay longer.